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Upshur, Carole C. – Family Relations, 1983
Describes respite care, a temporary relief service for families with developmentally disabled members at home, as an essential element in preventing institutionalization of disabled persons. Major approaches for providing respite care are identified. The advantages and disadvantages of the different approaches are discussed. (Author/JAC)
Descriptors: Coping, Deinstitutionalization (of Disabled), Delivery Systems, Developmental Disabilities
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Hennon, Charles B.; Peterson, Bernadine H. – Family Relations, 1981
Describes and evaluates a low-cost learn-at-home delivery system employed by the University of Wisconsin-Extension covering parenthood, family management, consumer decision-making, credit, and nutrition for young families. Results indicated that this delivery system was both efficient and effective. Implications for future programing are…
Descriptors: Consumer Education, Delivery Systems, Extension Education, Family Life Education
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Hughes, Honore M. – Family Relations, 1982
Describes a number of brief interventions for providing services directly to children, including individual counseling as well as peer, sibling, and family group meetings. Mothers received education regarding parenting skills. A school liaison system was established; the shelter staff members were trained regarding child advocacy. (Author)
Descriptors: Battered Women, Child Advocacy, Children, Crisis Intervention